Navitas Semiconductor (NASDAQ: NVTS) has announced the appointment of Chris Allexandre as its new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective September 1, 2025. Allexandre brings with him over 25 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, having served in senior executive roles at Renesas Electronics Corporation, including as the Senior Vice President and General Manager of its power division, where he oversaw a $2.5 billion power management business.
Under Allexandre's leadership, Navitas Semiconductor is poised to pursue growth opportunities in AI data centers, energy infrastructure, and other industrial markets, particularly in the area of gallium nitride (GaN) and silicon carbide (SiC) technologies. This strategic move comes at a pivotal moment for the company as it prepares for the next phase of electrification in higher-power applications.
Chris Allexandre's appointment follows the tenure of Gene Sheridan, a Navitas founder, who has served as President and CEO for the past 11 years. Sheridan has been instrumental in establishing Navitas as a leading pure-play power semiconductor company.
Allexandre's extensive management experience spans various markets, including cloud, industrial, mobile, consumer, telecom, and automotive. His appointment is expected to drive the company's expansion and accelerate its leadership in GaN and SiC technologies.
This transition in leadership comes as Navitas Semiconductor positions itself for expected growth in key markets, with a focus on advancing its portfolio of GaN and SiC solutions. With Allexandre at the helm, the company aims to continue its mission to electrify the world and capitalize on promising opportunities in the semiconductor industry. Today the company's shares have moved -1.9% to a price of $6.308. If you want to know more, read the company's complete 8-K report here.
